Automation Engineer

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The opportunity

At Hitachi Energy Cooling Systems, we develop and manufacture highly reliable water-cooling solutions for power electronics and other applications that require high availability and performance. Our solutions help customers operate safely, efficiently, and sustainably.

As an Automation Engineer, you will play a key role in developing control system solutions, including both software and hardware. You will work with function design, process control, PLC/HMI programming, and industrial communication networks. This position combines technical expertise, problem-solving, project delivery, and collaboration across teams and customers.

You will contribute to customer projects, product development, internal equipment improvements, and component evaluations while supporting the growth of junior engineers.

How you´ll make an impact

• Design control system solutions based on customer requirements and project specifications.
• Select suitable automation components, hardware, software, and communication solutions.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including functional descriptions, test plans, work instructions, process maps, and quality documents.
• Program and configure PLC, DCS, RTU, IPC, HMI, and related automation systems.
• Design and configure industrial communication networks, including redundant network solutions and protocols such as IEC 61850, Modbus, Profinet, CANopen, and OPC UA.
• Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and solution development for customers and service teams.
• Act as a technical automation expert for both internal and external stakeholders and support customer discussions.
• Participate in or lead testing activities, factory acceptance tests (FAT), supplier evaluations, commissioning activities, and site acceptance tests (SAT).

Your background

• Approximately 3 or more years of experience in industrial automation within sectors such as machine manufacturing, process industries, water treatment, or similar environments.
• Experience working in project-based environments from concept development through commissioning and project delivery.
• Ability to independently develop and troubleshoot applications using IEC 61131-3 programming languages.
• Good understanding of electrical engineering principles and industrial electrical system design.
• Experience with industrial communication networks, machine networks, and redundancy concepts such as S2, R1, and R2.
• Knowledge of machinery safety standards and regulations, including Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and IEC 61439.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to share knowledge, mentor colleagues, and work effectively across teams.
• Great communication skills in English, both written and spoken.

More about us

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual - fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well-being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.

Our benefits offering for our roles generally includes:

• Collective agreement, occupational pension & possibility of salary exchange to pension (for ITP1 and ITP2)
• Group life insurance and additional insurances.
• Flex-time and shortening of working hours in time bank
• Hybrid work & allowances for setting up a workplace at home (in agreement with line manager)
• Health care and wellness allowance
• Health insurance incl. dental, spectacles & contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek/month via salary deduction)
• Psychological support program
• Supplementary compensation for parental leave
• Various trainings and education supporting employee development
• Internal career possibilities both within Sweden and globally
• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks

The benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to submit your application already today.

Questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Elina Mannelqvist, [email protected]

Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Senad Dizdar, +46 (72) 2303665; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107 38 70 43; Unionen: Nils Hörnfalk,

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Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles-particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions-additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.